I didn't find my calling at an early age.  In fact, I was 38 living in Chicago, divorced, raising five sons, and nearly broke.  I was in a downward spiral just trying to make ends meet when suddenly one day I knew more than anything what I wanted to do:  my purpose was to heal others.  And though the irony of that idea did not escape me, it was a stark moment of absolute clarity and inspiration.  And I had no idea how to even begin, let alone the means.

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Choosing to have the courage to follow my heart in spite of my circumstances, I drew up plans.  At first it seemed truly audacious:  how can a struggling mom even think about something like this?  I searched and I learned, absorbing any information I could find about the connection between the body, the mind, and the soul.  After researching homeopathy, reflexology, Reiki, acupuncture, and so many other fascinating studies, I found what connected me to my purpose:  body massage therapy.  This was my immediate passion.

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Moving to Indianapolis after becoming certified in Chicago, I quickly set up my own business as a professional Massage Therapist and received my National Certification.  It wasn't long before I built a reputation as I gained experience.  After several years of practicing, I became one of the most sought-after Massage Therapists in the area, focusing my practice on physical and emotional connection through the power of touch.  I worked on people from all professions and backgrounds:  from housewives to CEOs, from professional athletes to day laborers.  Across the diversity of my clients, I could connect with those who were suffering-- not just from physical pain, but more often than not, suffering from emotional or psychological pain expressed in the body. 

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Over many years, I have learned so much in the vast field of Healing.  My new dream is here:  The Back Porch Sanctuary which is the fulfillment of my vision for a space that acts as a conduit for powerful alternative healing modalities.  This sacred space is a place of refuge, of peace, and of safety to reset the mind and to allow wholeness to be restored.  It is my great honor to have lived a life of service to those who are suffering.  And now, this place, is for you.